In The News – Nevada Department of Wildlife and Nevada State Parks discuss cold water shock and boating safety
June 2, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 6/2/2026, Written by Victoria Mastrocola
On Friday, May 29, the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and Nevada State Parks gathered at Cave Rock State Park to talk about cold water shock awareness and boating safety as Lake Tahoe gears up for another busy season of water recreation.
“We’re out here because we want to make sure the public is aware of the dangers of cold water shock,” said Ashley Zeme, Boating Education Coordinator at NDOW.
The glacial waters of Lake Tahoe stay between 40 degrees and 70 degrees, depending on the season. In the shallows, you’ll find warmer temperatures in peak summer months, but out towards the middle of the lake, water temperatures can stay dangerously cold.